Benzema looked superb for Real Madrid this season, scoring 31 and complimenting the skills of Cristiano Ronaldo and Mesut Ozil perfectly, but during this European Championship he has failed to shine. France have had 59 attempts on goal in their opening three fixtures, but have scored just three times. If they wish to cause an upset this evening they will need Benzema to rediscover his goalscoring touch.

The Real Madrid striker has so far failed to make an impact for Les Bleus in Poland and Ukraine, despite producing two assists in the 2-0 win over Ukraine last week, but the defender believes the 24-year-old still poses a threat.

"Karim has become one of the best strikers in the world, one of those who make the difference," Ramos told France Football.

"We know that it is a given [that he will play well]."

Club and international team-mate Alvaro Arbeloa also echoed Ramos' sentiments, adding: "We are fortunate to play with him. We are better placed than anyone to know what he [Benzema] is capable of."

Vicente del Bosque's men encounter France in Saturday's last-eight clash at the Donbass Arena. Kick-off is at 20:45CET.